1968 Fiat 500 vs. 1994 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 1994 Hyundai Pony is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Hyundai Pony is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Hyundai Pony (87 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Hyundai Pony weights approximately 445 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Hyundai Pony, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Hyundai Pony (130 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 1994 Hyundai Pony | |
Make | Fiat | Hyundai |
Model | 500 | Pony |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3050 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |